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Best Daycare Centers in Eldon, IA

Compare 2 daycare centers in Eldon. Average rating: 4.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Eldon, Iowa at a glance

Daycares
2
Avg rating
4.8/5
Parent reviews
5
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Eldon offers 2 licensed daycares, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 4.8/5.50% are headstart programs, the dominant program type in Eldon.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Eldon

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

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    Living Hope Preschool
    4.4 score
    4.8(5)

    201 W Walnut St, Eldon, IA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 20 children

    Living Hope Preschool is a religious facility in Eldon, Iowa with a 4.8/5 rating. Reviews praise it as a welcoming Christian community with solid education programs and strong spiritual values. Parents highlight the caring atmosphere, community involvement, and supportive environment for families.

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Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Eldon

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Eldon, based on parent reviews

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Eldon (20–128 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Eldon based on parent reviews

Living Hope Preschool

4.8(5)

201 W Walnut St, Eldon, IA

Living Hope Preschool is a religious facility in Eldon, Iowa with a 4.8/5 rating. Reviews praise it as a welcoming Christian community with solid education programs and strong spiritual values. Parents highlight the caring atmosphere, community involvement, and supportive environment for families.

Christian educationcaring staffwelcoming community

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Daycare types in Eldon

Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1

Daycare Centers in Eldon, Iowa

There are 2 daycare centers in Eldon, Iowa. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Eldon have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 5 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Eldon, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Eldon

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Living Hope Preschool
Church Daycare
4.8

Living Hope Preschool is a religious facility in Eldon, Iowa with a 4.8/5 rating. Reviews praise it as a welcoming Christian community with solid education programs and strong spiritual values. Parents highlight the caring atmosphere, community involvement, and supportive environment for families.

Christian educationcaring staffwelcoming community
Address
201 W Walnut St, Eldon, IA
Phone
(641) 652-3420
Cardinal School District Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
5414 Highway 16, Eldon, IA
Phone
(641) 682-8741

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 all daycares in Eldon, Iowa. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Eldon have an average Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Eldon, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Iowa's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Iowa)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Eldon offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Iowa typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Eldon for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Eldon must be licensed by Iowa's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.